Connecting Clarksville to Springdale via a 99.7-mile stretch, this route is a straightforward 1-hour and 49-minute drive through Arkansas. Since the entire trip stays within the state, you won't experience major regional shifts, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You can expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel, keeping this an affordable option for travelers. Because of the manageable distance and duration, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. It is a highly efficient path that prioritizes speed and directness over detours, ideal for those who prefer to reach their destination without unnecessary delays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.8 miles from Clarksville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 49
46.4 mi
47m
I 40
42.1 mi
42m
South Thompson Street
3.3 mi
5m
West Main Street
3.2 mi
4m
Fulbright Expressway
2.2 mi
2m
North College Avenue
1.3 mi
2m
West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
North Commercial Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 46.4 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, AR and Springdale, AR.
1
Start on AR 103
90 ft·5 sec·North College Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 64
3.2 mi·4 min·West Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
4
Merge onto I 40
42 mi·42 min·I 40
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
2.2 mi·2 min·Fulbright Expressway
Exit 67BToward US 71B: Fayetteville Business DistrictUse the slight right lane.
8
Continue on US 71B
1.3 mi·2 min·North College Avenue
9
Continue on US 71B
3.3 mi·5 min·South Thompson Street
10
Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Johnson Avenue
11
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
119 ft·5 sec·North Commercial Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 49-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. Because there are zero formal stops built into this 99.7-mile itinerary, it is wise to ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you hit the road, keeping your estimated $15 fuel budget in mind. If you find yourself needing a break, keep in mind that the lack of scheduled stops means you should identify potential exit points along the interstate ahead of time. Use the direct nature of this route to your advantage by leaving early in the day, which helps you avoid any potential congestion as you transition onto South Thompson Street for your arrival.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.8 miles from Clarksville, AR, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.8 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springdale, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarksville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clarksville, AR
This is one driving day of about 99.7 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Clarksville, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 49 for about 46.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 99.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 64 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
3.5 mi into trip|~5m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
45.6 mi into trip|~47m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
92.3 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|US 71B / Fulbright Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B / Fulbright Expressway toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67B
Toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
4
99.6 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|North Commercial Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.06 one way
$30.11 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.53
$33.06
premium
$4.56
$17.89
$35.79
diesel
$5.61
$22.01
$44.03
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.9
0
$10.47
$4.79
Efficient EV
24.9
0
$8.72
$3.99
EV Truck/SUV
39.9
0
$13.96
$6.38
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Clarksville, AR
Late night
in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springdale, AR
Late night
in Springdale on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
S 10 mph11% chanceLive forecast
75°F
Alma, AR
50 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 49m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 91% of this route relies on major thoroughfares including I-40 and I-49. You will spend the bulk of your time at highway speeds, with the longest uninterrupted segment spanning 46.4 miles along I-49. The transition from the interstate onto South Thompson Street marks the final phase of your arrival into Springdale. While the drive is largely a functional interstate grind, the high highway percentage ensures a consistent pace throughout the journey. Prepare for a steady, predictable ride that leaves little room for technical maneuvering, allowing you to focus on the road ahead.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.4 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 64 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Clarksville, AR to Springdale, AR is easy. At 1h 49m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The longest stretch is about 46.4 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springdale, AR before heading back.
